JPC Christopher Electric Ltd.

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With all the storms and power loss these are our new Products for this years quarterly.

Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) are designed to reduce the random energy
surges of voltage transients and electrical noise on the power supply
line. Our comprehensive line of SPDs range from Type 1 Surge Arrestors -
the first line of defense against external surges - to Type 2 Surge
Panels and Type 3 Point-of-Use devices, such as strips and receptacles.

Be prepared for the next
power outage. A portable generator will provide recreational, jobsite
or limited home standby power, while an automatic standby generator will
start automatically and provide power to selected circuits or your
whole house, even if you're not there.

Planning Considerations

Do you need standby power for your home only, or a portable model for jobsite or recreational use?

Do you need to power hardwired items such as the furnace,
well pump and A/C, or only appliances that can be plugged into an
outlet?

Do you need your generator to start automatically when an outage occurs?

Will you be powering computers, home electronics or other sensitive equipment?

What price range are you looking to stay within? Is price a primary consideration?

If you plan on transporting your generator
regularly, you should consider weight, dimensions, wheel type and handle
style to determine ease of mobility. If you need your generator to run
for extended periods without refueling, such as overnight or through
full work days, run time is an important consideration. Portable
generators operate on gasoline, and some models offer a fuel or hour
gauge to help you keep track of remaining run time. A manual transfer
switch allows the option of changing the energy source from utility
power to generator power, and can be purchased separately at The Home
Depot.

Overtaxing a generator reduces fuel
efficiency and in some cases can damage the generator and connected
equipment. It's important to calculate the power output you need and to
give yourself some wattage cushioning.

Choosing the Right Automatic Standby Generator

A back-up electrical system provides 24/7
blackout protection whether you're at home or away. It automatically
supplies power within seconds of a utility outage. After utility power
returns, the generator shuts itself off and awaits the next outage. It
operates on natural gas or liquid propane gas and is permanently
installed outside just like a central air conditioning unit.

Decide whether you want to back up a few
essential circuits or your whole house. The number of circuits you back
up and the power requirements of the items on those circuits will
determine which generator you need.